About Online Hunter Education
Online Hunter Education is a free resource that helps hunters across the United States find IHEA-approved, state-approved hunter safety courses they can complete online. We believe every hunter should have easy access to the education they need to hunt safely and responsibly.
Our Mission
We are not a course provider. Instead, we serve as a comprehensive directory that connects hunters with approved courses for their state. Every course we link to is approved by the International Hunter Education Association (IHEA-USA) and recognized by state wildlife agencies.
What We Do
For each of the 50 U.S. states, we provide clear, up-to-date information on whether the state requires an in-person field day or allows online-only completion, minimum age requirements, typical course costs, the state wildlife agency that oversees hunter education, and direct links to IHEA-approved course providers.
Why Hunter Education Matters
Hunter education is required in all 50 states before purchasing a hunting license. These courses teach critical skills including firearm safety, wildlife conservation, ethical hunting practices, and outdoor survival. IHEA-approved certificates are reciprocal across most U.S. states.